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The "White Whale"- Cottage with private beach!

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ENJOY Sun drenched private beach & the sound of rolling waves & a clear blue sky
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Stretch of private beach with gentle waves rolling to shore.
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hampton, VA
  • Buckroe Beach and Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Hampton University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Grandview Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

Kids Room

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The "White Whale"- Cottage with private beach!

A beach lover's paradise boasting a sun-drenched beach with small dunes. We are tucked away from the hustle and bustle with a quick commute to the entire Chesapeake area.

Enjoy endless fun as you bask in the sun, go for a swim, make a sandcastle, fish from the shore or watch pods of migrating bottlenose dolphins dance in the air.

The cottage entrance begins with a temperature controlled enclosed front porch. Enjoy a recently updated kitchen sporting a bright and cheery paint scheme complimented by a butcher block breakfast bar.
The dining room provides a front row seat to spectacular sunrises each morning with a wide unobstructed view of the Chesapeake Bay's horizon. It is absolutely a breathtaking sight!
As you glide pass the breakfast bar, the room opens into a large well lit nautical themed living room. CA/CH keeps it nice and cool on hot summer days complimented by ceiling fans in every room.
The living room is furnished with a full-size sofa & loveseat with recliners & beautiful new wood plank flooring. New 50” Smart TV in LR w/high speed WI-FI to utilize your streaming services. YouTube tv also included.
Large utility room adjacent to the kitchen with loads of cabinets, W/D complimented by a menagerie of small kitchen appliances ( microwave, toaster oven, blender, Keurig, coffee pot etc.) & plenty of kitchenware. Both are generously stocked with supplies to jump start your stay.

The master bedroom is equipped with a comfy Queen size bed, 32" Smart TV, walk-in closet and a spacious full master bathroom with stand-up shower. The Middle room features a full size bed covered in a beautiful seashell quilt. The third room/children's room includes a set of twin beds, closet full of books and games, conveniently located next to the hall bathroom with a tub/shower combo.

We are pet friendly with prior approval on a case by case basis. No puppies or dangerous breeds accepted. We require a completed pet addendum and a $200 non-refundable pet fee for 1 pet & 250.00 for 2 pets (max of 2). Weight limit is 50lbs or less. Require picture of pet with pet addendum.
Make sure you flip thru our Welcome Book for useful information on the property & recommendations for dining out or popular attractions in the area. Seafood Lover's must visit Captain Ron's around the corner an iconic mainstay of our salty little town providing fresh seafood daily directly off the boats.
We accept reservations during the In-Season (Mid-May to Mid-September) from Sat to Sat only. During the Off-Season we require a 3-day minimum at reduced pricing. Check In is 330pm and check out is 1030am. Rates are for 6 people. $150.00 additional fee/each additional guest for a maximum of 2 additional guest.

All reservations require a completed rental contract with the house rules attached to your initial reservation and a picture ID returned to us within 72 hrs. of securing your booking.

We are strictly devoted to family- oriented vacations. We DO NOT entertain parties, weddings, reunions or large gatherings of any kind.

We look forward to hosting you & your family/friends!

Property manager

Ken
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
200 fee for one, 250 for two. no dangerous breeds
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hampton

Located in Hampton, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Buckroe Beach and Park and Sandy Bottom Nature Park, while The American Theatre and John Biggers Murals are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Buckroe Beach Carousel and Virginia Air and Space Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hampton, VA

What's nearby

  • Buckroe Beach and Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hampton University - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Grandview Beach - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Hampton Coliseum - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Langley Air Force Base - 15 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Newport News Station - 18 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mama Rosa's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Oozlefinch Craft B - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The "White Whale"- Cottage with private beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The "White Whale"- Cottage with private beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The "White Whale"- Cottage with private beach!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The "White Whale"- Cottage with private beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hampton holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Buckroe Beach and Park and Fort Monroe National Monument. Hampton Soccer Park and Buckroe Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Springtime Paradise

The White Whale is in the perfect spot overlooking the Chesapeake Bay with a great beach for walking, sunning, digging, or just relaxing. It's a bit removed from the public park and beach so you have a lot of privacy, but with just a short walk - you can be at the park complete with playground and other amenities.The house has many places for relaxation and gathering - a deck overlooking the water (great sunrises), a front sunroom, plus three comfortable bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a wonderful great room for being together. The home is fully equipped with everything you might need including washer/dryer. There are also lots of extras for the kids to play with indoor and outdoor and a number of family games. Plus lots of off-street parking.The owner was very responsive, and easy to work with.The White Whale was the perfect place for a springtime getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Stay

It was a great place and wo der setting.Would be happy to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cindy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house

We loved our stay Loved the private beach
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved It!

This place was ideal for our sister getaway. Having a private beach right outside the door was our favorite part. We had everything we needed and then some. The neighbors were friendly and helpful. They suggested that we eat at Fuller’s and we’re thankful that they did. Delicious! We also loved walking the beach at Grandview Nature Preserve. We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a Grandparent get a way.

We found the property perfect for a grandparent, grandchild get away. Even though the weather was cool, with jackets the grandchildren enjoyed playing in the sand. The owner even provided two sets of buckets, shovels and sand toys. The house had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Also, it is located close enough to go to the zoo in Norfolk. We loved that we could walk right out the back deck to the water. We would consider going again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Chesapeake Bay

The white Whale was everything promised. If was an idea location and lovely just to sit on the deck and listen to the noise of the water. I would definitely stay there again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Property Good, Manager Poor

Property clean and as advertised. Location perfect with lovely neighbours. Please note, this is not a comment about the owners, this is about the property manager. The details stated we would receive access instructions 24 to 72 hours prior to our reservation. Having heard nothing 24 hours prior to our stay I posted a message on the VRBO message system. On the day of our departure from Washington to drive to property we still had heard nothing (Note the manager had been provided with 2 contact phone numbers for us). I then sent a text message to the contact number provided which was not responded to. I rang the number provided with no success and heard message stating that “Inbox was full and messages would not be received”. Consequently we set off from Washington with no certainty that our booking was secure and great doubts that we would be able to access the property. Just a bit worrying! Fortunately, we were able to contact VRBO, who were fantastic. They were able to obtain access instructions and set our minds at rest regarding the booking. Given our experience we expected contact from the manager to check all was ok and maybe an apology. Alas, nothing. My recommendation to the property owners (assuming they read this) would be to find an alternative manager to ensure your excellent property and prospective clients are given the attention and service they deserve.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and great vacation!

We loved our stay at the white whale! Upon arrival, our first evening sunset provided cotton candy skies with a rainbow and lightening shows. Sunrises very were much enjoyed as well as early morning swims! Seashell hunting was plentiful. The private beach was immaculate. The waters were great for my 4-year-old grandson to learn how to boogie board and ride the waves, while we were not too far from VA Beach and my teenage daughters were able to venture off and experience the larger waves. Kayaking with dolphins was a huge success as the dolphins breached all the way out of the water, an amazing sight and so close. Fort Monroe was a great historical place to visit, so many stories to be told there. It only rained one day so we took advantage and paid a visit to the Air and Space Museum in Hampton. We tried to visit Cape Henry and the lighthouse, but they closed it down for the day when we arrived because of the high heat temperatures, so be sure to go earlier in the day. The carousel in Hampton was also a great landmark to visit. We dined at some great restaurants.....Surf Riders, Fullers Raw Bar and The Deadrise all provided excellent meals and service. The house was larger than expected and provided everything we needed, tons of towels and blankets, great water pressure, comfortable beds and great views from the house and the deck! It was so nice to just walk back to the house for a quick snack or lunch when spending the day on the beach! We will visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beachfront cottage needs TLC

The cottage is right on the beach in the Buckroe neighborhood of Hampton. The city has seen better days--restaurant options were limited but there were grocery stores nearby. The cottage had not been well cleaned before our arrival, and the house was in need of some basic maintenance, but overall, it was a good value for the beachfront location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Deandrea K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

White Whale

We had a fabulous vacation at the White Whale. The home was cozy and equipped with everything we needed for our stay. Location was 5 star. Neighbors were helpful and super friendly. We can't wait to go back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing time

We had a great time in this cute cottage on the beach! The neighbors were great and we really enjoyed talking with them! We hope to stay 2 weeks next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful White Whale

I rented for 2 weeks to see how I liked “living at the beach”! No surprise, I loved living at the beach. I have the ability to work remotely, so I brought my home office with me and thanks to fantastic internet, I was able to work without any issues. Access to the beach over the dune is easily navigated and the beach is beautiful and peaceful. There is no shortage of wind so bring your Shibumi or any other wind powered shade! You won’t be sorry. I started every morning on the beach, then on the deck and finished the evening the same way. The house is clean and comfortable. Kitchen has everything you need and the super cute little toaster oven was used daily. Everyone always wants to know about beds - perfectly comfortable and nice sheets. Plenty of towels… beach, bath, and kitchen Don’t pass on White Whale - it was wonderful!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place was a literal slice of paradise

I took my family of 4 and my two dogs. Such a cute place. Perfect for a family. The walk to the beach spoiled us. It was literally in your backyard. The local area is very quiet and quaint. There isn't a lot of attractions or a board walk but there are a few nice restaurants, a cidery (that we frequented often), and the public beach that was a literal walk up from our place. We are definitely coming back to this place. It was as advertised-a slice of paradise. My only complaint has nothing to do with this place but with VRBO-I can't get into my account to respond to the owners so I want them to know we took the trash out 😅
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Property was described accurately. Great location and private beach is a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Beach House

This charming beach house was very clean and well stocked. Amazing view of the water and sunrises from the rocking chair in the living room and the deck. Wonderful to sit on the private beach and watch the sailboats, dolphins, and ghost crabs. Great location for sight seeing in the area. We visited Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown, Fort Monroe, Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Neighbors are friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend and go back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Getaway

This wonderful beach house is the best! I have rented it multiple times because it is the perfect location! House is always well kept, clean and so close to the beach! It is quiet and peaceful and perfect for shell hunting. We enjoyed many great restaurants and the Farmer’s Market down the street at Buckroe Beach Park was fun! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Like staying on the Outer Banks but so much closer to home.

Access to private beach was very convenient. Best beds we have slept on in the ten years we have been renting through VRBO. Have already reserved two more stay dates.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam N Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Loved the area. Loved the house. Will be staying here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SEE YOU NEXT YEAR !!!

WE FELL IN LOVE WITH THE WHITE WHALE - PERFECT FOR US ...... WE WERE NOODLES WHEN WE LEFT - SO RELAXING <3
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

patty r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roomy and comfortable

We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

We had a great experience staying here. The house is extremely clean and has everything you may need from an air fryer to extra blankets to beach chairs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great, safe location. Comfortable stay with all the necessities. Cute place.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas shopping getaway!

I cannot say enough about this beach house. I just love staying here! Whenever we’re in the area this is where I want to be! We were fortunate enough to have beautiful, warm weather, and some great shell collecting time, and saw two pods breaching, jumping clear out of the water! It was a perfect weekend, and the house was wonderful as usual.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great trip to the White Whale!

Always a great time. The beach is fantastic and we love this cozy home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ken

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This house is a family heirloom and we can only afford to keep it with the help of our guests. We want you to enjoy this small paradise just as we did as kids and later as adults. Our goal is relaxation for you and yours!

Why they chose this property

Buckroe Beach has been in our blood since as long as we can remember. From the dunes that were once on the end near the stone wall, to the fishing pier, the public beach and the long gone amusement park, it is part of us just as our soul is and we never want to leave.

What makes this property unique

Private beach. Beautiful sun rises. American history all around.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests